How Do I Use Miracast on Ubuntu?
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Does Linux support Miracast?

Linux distros have access to wireless display support through Intel’s open-source Wireless Display Software for Linux OS. Android supported Miracast in Android 4.2 (KitKat) and Android 5 (Lollipop). However, Google dropped native Miracast support in Android 6 (Marshmallow) and later.

How do I cast from Ubuntu to TV?

Share your desktop

  1. Open the Activities overview and start typing Settings.
  2. Click on Settings.
  3. Click on Sharing in the sidebar to open the panel.
  4. If the Sharing switch at the top-right of the window is set to off, switch it to on. …
  5. Select Screen Sharing.
  6. To let others view your desktop, switch the Screen Sharing switch to on.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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